Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Stephanie and Alex sit together at home. Stephanie says since they both have the day off, they should do something fun and suggests swimming in the lake or a barbecue. Alex suggests a picnic in the park to watch the fireworks. Stephanie says that sounds perfect and suggests getting food from the Pub, so she can check on Roman as she’s sure he is upset about Johnny’s arrest.
Kate goes to the Brady Pub where Roman greets her and asks how Philip is. Kate responds that Philip is thrilled to be out of the hospital and asks how Roman is doing. Roman claims he’s fine but Kate says they both know he’s not telling the truth because he was tossing and turning all night. Kate says she couldn’t sleep knowing that he’s upset. Kate tells Roman to be honest with as she asks if he’s still blaming himself for Johnny’s predicament.
Brady and Kristen talk about not wanting to put Rachel through this. Marlena comes in and asks where Rachel is. Brady says she’s at a 4th of July parade with her friend. Kristen explains that they are strategizing how to approach Rachel having to give her statement to the police. Brady adds that Rachel will probably also have to testify in court. Brady says they would love to get Marlena’s advice on this. Marlena advises them to keep it simple for Rachel and tell her to just tell the truth. Kristen remarks that she thinks they all know Johnny did shoot EJ.
Chanel finishes a call with Lani at home as Abe arrives and asks if it’s a bad time, feeling he should’ve called earlier. Chanel says it’s never a bad time for him and invites him in. Abe thought she might could use an ear. Chanel admits she could use a hug so Abe hugs her.
Paulina goes to the interrogation room where Belle is and comments on her not being the only one working on the 4th of July. Belle talks about it being pretty busy lately. Paulina responds that things are about to get a lot busier for Belle because she just got word from the judge that Belle has been unrecused from Johnny’s case. Belle asks how that happened. Paulina responds two words: EJ DiMera.
Johnny joins EJ in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and says he got EJ’s message that he wanted to go over the case. EJ informs him that he got some new evidence during discovery. Johnny notes that he doesn’t look too happy and asks if it’s worse than he thought. EJ admits it’s not great and tells Johnny to have a seat.
Marlena tells Kristen that Johnny said he’s innocent and she believes him. Kristen questions why Roman covered for him then and why Johnny didn’t come forward sooner. Brady figures that Johnny probably thought people wouldn’t believe him. Kristen questions why they would believe Johnny just handed the gun over to EJ when he was telling people all around town that he wanted him dead. Brady says those were just words and they know how terribly upset Johnny was when he found out what EJ did to Sami and how he was conceived. Brady declares that doesn’t make Johnny a murderer and he doesn’t think Johnny has it in him. Kristen argues that she’s sure people thought that about Will when he shot EJ and remarks that they have a lot in common until Marlena stands up and yells at Kristen to stop it.
Chanel tells Abe that she’s grateful he’s here but she hopes that Paulina didn’t send him to plead her case because she is not ready to forgive her. Abe says it’s not about that but he does feel Paulina was in a no-win situation where no matter what she did, half the town was going to disagree with her. Chanel doesn’t care about half the town and argues that Paulina threw an innocent man in jail without even questioning him. Chanel feels that Paulina did her family dirty and now Johnny could go to prison for a very long time. Abe points out that if Chanel believes he’s innocent, she should have faith that the jury will do right by him. Chanel wants to believe that but doesn’t know if she does.
Belle tells Paulina that she didn’t realize she was being put back on the case. Paulina explains that apparently the judge is insisting as he feels an assistant can handle it. She adds that he approved EJ despite being Johnny’s father. Belle points out that EJ argued that Johnny had the right to pick anyone he wants to defend him. Paulina guesses that EJ was also able to get her back on the case and get it ahead of other cases. Belle acknowledges that EJ is a pretty good lawyer. Paulina remarks that EJ doesn’t mind using the DiMera money and power to get what he wants. Belle assures that she will handle her job with integrity, regardless of Johnny being her nephew. Paulina responds that it’s not her relationship with Johnny that has her concerned. Paulina says it’s no secret that EJ has a way of corrupting people, so she hopes that Belle doesn’t fall prey to that.
EJ reveals to Johnny that Rachel overheard them arguing and saw him with the gun. Johnny had no idea and says no wonder she’s been acting so strangely towards him. EJ explains that Kristen convinced Rachel to keep quiet for the family. Johnny asks how the police know then. EJ informs him that Roman told the police everything when he handed over his gun last night. Johnny asks who told Roman. EJ calls it a long story and says Rachel’s testimony will be crucial. EJ says he’s been racking his brain trying to remember things from that night and asks if Johnny is sure that he didn’t see anyone else when he left that night. Johnny says no and brings up Gabi being there since she heard his voice and that Gabi said she saw Ava. EJ adds that they know for sure that Kristen was also there that night.
Stephanie informs Alex that EJ reached out to her about doing some PR work and she’s actually considering it. Alex asks if she’s serious, reminding her that EJ had her kidnapped and locked in a morgue. Stephanie acknowledges the horrific things EJ has done but says she didn’t turn EJ down, because it would be helping the hospital and her mom. Alex doesn’t think it’s worth working for that jackass and calls EJ a dirty son of a bitch. Stephanie says she’s not afraid of EJ and repeats that helping the hospital would also be helping her mom. Stephanie says she has a meeting with EJ next week, so she will see what his offer is and make her decision. Alex suggests Stephanie could just quit the PR business altogether and focus on her new career as a famous author.
Roman asks Kate how he could not blame himself for what Johnny is going through when he provided him with the means and motive to shoot his own father. Kate points out that Roman didn’t do it intentionally and that Johnny says he didn’t shoot his father. Roman believes Johnny is innocent but feels he didn’t do him any favors by wiping the gun clean and made it feel like he was covering for a guilty man. Kate says he was protecting his grandson while Roman worries that he only made things worse. Kate encourages that he had good intentions and goes over how Roman took his gun to the police station and told the whole story. Roman hopes Kate understands why he had to tell the police that Kate has a gun and that she said she wanted EJ dead too. Kate doesn’t love that she’s a murder suspect but understands and agrees it was the right thing to do to avoid concealing the truth. Roman adds that he told the police that he also had reason to want EJ dead. Kate states that half the town does. Roman worries that the police only have their eyes on Johnny now. Kate doesn’t want Roman to worry because they know EJ will fight for his son and make sure that Johnny goes free. Roman hopes she is right.
Belle understands Paulina’s concerns but promises not to fall prey to being corrupted by EJ or anyone else. Paulina thanks her for reassuring her and apologizes for shortchanging her when she knows it’s a very difficult situation for her. Belle says it is for her too and they are both just doing their jobs, for better or worse.
Kristen apologizes to Marlena for going on like that about her grandson and upsetting her. Marlena decides she needs some air and tells Brady to text her when Kristen is gone as she then walks out. Brady questions Kristen, who says she won’t put her head in the sand. Kristen argues that Rachel saw Johnny pointing a gun at his father and then heard a gunshot, which means her testimony will send Johnny to prison for a very long time and they will have to help her deal with that.
EJ tells Johnny that Kristen claims she was showering and drying her hair when she heard the gunshot which he calls a lame alibi as he vividly remembers Kristen threatening him earlier that night. Johnny reminds EJ that Kristen was the first person taken in to custody while EJ was still in a coma, but the bullet didn’t match her mother’s gun. EJ points out that now they know she could’ve used Roman’s. Johnny agrees that it’s definitely possible but they have no proof. EJ says not yet, but he’s sure if they pursue that angle, new information would come to light that could certainly benefit them. Johnny asks if he’s not going to do anything crazy like suddenly remember Kristen shot him. EJ responds that his memory is coming back to him in bits and pieces, so who knows what he will eventually remember about that night.
Stephanie asks Alex why she would give up her PR business when she’s spent years building it from the ground up. Alex questions if it’s her passion. Stephanie says to a certain extent yes as she likes doing it. Alex points out that she’s spent the last ten years, staying up very late at night, secretly writing a novel. Stephanie calls it a fun hobby and doesn’t know why he’s giving the hard sell when she already agreed to publish One Stormy Night. Alex admits that Titan is struggling and he thinks her book is exactly what they need to turn everything around for all of them and he also wouldn’t mind having a blockbuster franchise on their hands. Stephanie questions him wanting it for him but Alex clarifies it’s for them. Stephanie admits pursuing writing full time is tempting and that she would have a great editor and publisher as they kiss.
Roman wishes he didn’t have to bring Rachel in to all of this but Kate assures that he did the right thing because too many people knew the truth. Roman thanks Kate as her support means everything to him. Roman adds that he’s going to want to be in the court room when Johnny’s trial starts, so he asks Kate to keep an eye on the Pub more often. Kate assures that he can count on her. Roman thanks her and hugs her.
Brady tells Kristen that she is getting ahead of herself. Kristen feels that she’s planning ahead because they need to be prepared to help their daughter. Brady agrees but says if Rachel picks up that they are all freaked out, it will make things worse. Kristen cries about feeling helpless since Rachel is already traumatized and hates that she can’t do anything about it. Brady says he does too.
Johnny warns EJ that if he lies and says Kristen shot him, it could seriously backfire. EJ asks what if she seriously did and asks who else it could be. Johnny suggests maybe it’s someone they haven’t considered yet. EJ is sorry to say that he gave plenty of people reason to want him dead. Johnny still can’t believe that EJ thought he shot him all this time and still insisted on protecting him. Johnny tells EJ how much he truly appreciates his support. EJ tells him he’s got it 100%. EJ wishes that Chanel understood he only wants what’s best for him and that he would give his life for him instead of thinking he’s terrible father and person. EJ warns Johnny that Chanel is trying to turn him against him. Johnny knows Chanel is being particular hard on him lately, but says she’s just trying to protect him. Johnny encourages him to give Chanel time and she will come around.
Chanel tells Abe that even if Johnny is acquitted, she worries that EJ is going to use being his lawyer to worm his way back in to Johnny’s life and that’s the last thing they need right now. Paulina then shows up at the door. Chanel says they were just speaking of the last thing she needs and tells Paulina that she has nothing to say to her, but Paulina says she has something to say to her. Paulina comes in and says she didn’t realize Abe would be there. Abe says he just wanted to check on Chanel. Paulina asks if he put in a good word for her. Chanel responds that he tried but it didn’t do any good because she’s still mad as hell at her. Chanel complains that Paulina railroaded her husband without even giving him the benefit of the doubt. Paulina argues that she saw the evidence and there was no way that Johnny wasn’t going to be charged. Chanel argues that Johnny is innocent and asks if Paulina doesn’t believe that. Paulina says that she does but she honestly doesn’t know at this point. Chanel demands Paulina get out of her house. Paulina refuses, reminding her that she bought and paid for the house. Chanel says she and Johnny will just move then. Abe suggests they table this for now and give Chanel some space. Paulina tells Chanel that she’s trying to do right by her and Johnny and she will be praying for them both as she then exits with Abe.
EJ hopes Johnny is right that Chanel will eventually come around. Johnny points out that she already agreed that EJ representing him is a good idea. Johnny asks EJ again not to do anything crazy, feeling they can win the case on merit. EJ appreciates his optimism but worries that right now it’s his word against a stack of circumstantial evidence and people have been convicted on less. EJ states that he just needs to find a way to turn the tide but promises nothing crazy. Johnny declares that if anyone can turn it around for him, it’s EJ. Johnny tells EJ that he’s really grateful that he believes in him as they hug.
Kristen doesn’t think she could get through this without him. Brady reminds her that it’s important for them to put their differences aside and present a united front so Rachel knows they are there for her. Brady says he knows they talked about Rachel staying here for a couple more days, but suggests Rachel stay throughout the trial to keep her away from EJ. Kristen says she would normally object to being away from her daughter for that long, but she agrees with the stipulation that she can come visit any time she wants. Kristen knows that will be a problem for Marlena. Brady says he’ll be fine with it but tells her to stay clear of Marlena because he doesn’t want to make her tough time worse.
Marlena walks through the town square and runs in to Belle, who invites her to join her for coffee. Marlena worries that caffeine would get her too worked up because Kristen is at the house. Marlena tells Belle that Kristen is trying to suggest that Johnny isn’t innocent. Belle stops her and says she can’t discuss the case because she’s been unrecused from the case and she doesn’t want to hear anything that will affect how she approaches the trial. Marlena thought it would be a conflict of interest. Belle thought so too but says the judge changed his mind. Belle declares that she’s not happy about it because now she has to prosecute her nephew while going toe to toe with her boyfriend.
Alex and Stephanie go to the Brady Pub, talking about what food to get for their picnic. They then see Kate working at the counter. Alex thought she would’ve ditched the apron by this point, reminding her that she’s starting at Titan next week. Kate informs Alex that she’s actually not going to be able to take the job. Alex thought she was all on board to run Titan publishing. Kate says that was before everything with Johnny and now Roman will be consumed by Johnny’s trial, so she can’t leave Roman hanging here at the Pub. Alex asks if Roman told her not to take the job. Kate says he doesn’t know about it. Alex argues that she can’t pass on this opportunity to keep waiting tables. Kate responds that she’s doing it for her husband. Alex points out that Roman doesn’t know the opportunity she is passing up. Alex tells Kate that he and Titan need her as she knows the publishing world and is an amazing editor. Stephanie agrees with Alex and then lets it slip that the notes she gave her were so insightful. Kate is shocked as she questions if that means Stephanie is the author of One Stormy Night.
Johnny goes home to Chanel and asks her what’s wrong as she’s wiping tears from her eyes. Chanel informs him that Paulina was just there and they got in to it again. Johnny says he’s so sorry and that the last thing he wants to do is come between them. Chanel says it’s not his fault, it’s Paulina’s. Chanel asks how everything went with EJ. Johnny says it was pretty good and that EJ seems to have a good handle on the case. Chanel asks about on a personal level and tells him to be honest with her. Johnny admits that he and EJ are continuing to repair their relationship. Johnny takes it that she’s not happy about that. Chanel says he knows damn well she’s not.
Marlena questions Belle calling EJ her boyfriend. Belle asks if that’s surprising to her. Marlena guesses she just hadn’t heard her refer to him that way. Belle know she doesn’t like it but says that Marlena told her she should make that decision not based on how anyone else feels but on who she want to be with, so she did. Marlena acknowledges that she did say that but says it will be interesting since Belle is now prosecuting her boyfriend’s son and her nephew. Marlena questions how she plans to manage that. Belle responds that she plans to do her job without fear or favor. Marlena asks what if Johnny is convicted. Belle guesses then she won’t have to worry about EJ being her boyfriend anymore.
Kristen goes home to the living room and guesses EJ is working on the case. EJ tells Kristen that they need to talk. Kristen says she’s so sorry that the police found out what Rachel saw and explains that Rachel was having nightmares and talking in her sleep while at Marlena’s house, so Marlena got her to confess what she had seen then somehow she opened up to anyone who would listen. EJ doesn’t give a damn since Kristen assured him that Rachel wouldn’t testify against Johnny. EJ points out that he held up his end of the bargain with her mother and wants to know if Kristen will do the same.
Stephanie cannot believe she let it slip that she is the author. Alex says it’s okay and feels Kate probably would’ve found out at some point, if she’s up to taking the job. Stephanie tells Kate that she only agreed to let Alex publish her novel because she was confident that Kate would help make her work better. Alex agrees that she would because she’s an amazing editor. Alex reminds Kate that she would be helping Philip’s company out of the hole. Stephanie encourages Kate to do it for herself because she can tell from her notes that she’s passionate about it. Roman comes back over and asks what all this is. Kate informs him that Alex offered her a job at Titan and announces that she has decided to take it.
Paulina and Abe walk through the town square. Paulina questions how she is supposed to give her 4th of July speech while her daughter is so mad at her. Abe says that Chanel needs someone to blame for Johnny’s situation and that is unfortunately her. Paulina guesses she just has to ride it out but she’s grateful that Abe is here for them as they hug.
Chanel tells Johnny that she’s sorry if it came out harsh as she does want him to have the best possible defense which is why she understands if he needs to work with EJ, but she’s worried that he will forget about all the bad stuff EJ has done. Johnny assures he won’t forget and asks how he could. Johnny tells Chanel that he’s fighting for their life right now and he needs his dad’s help, so he needs her to be okay with that. Chanel guesses she will have to be, but asks him to promise to keep his guard up around EJ. Johnny promises to do so as he hugs her.
Marlena goes home and apologizes to Brady for walking out, saying she just doesn’t have the reserve to deal with Kristen right now. Brady understands and is sorry that she upset her. Brady invites Marlena to join them for fireworks tonight, noting that Tate and Rachel would love to see her but he’d understand if she’s not up for it. Marlena agrees that it sounds really nice and they could all use some cheering up right now.
Kristen tells EJ that the last thing she wants is for Rachel to testify in court, but she can’t keep that promise now that the police know. EJ instructs Kristen to coach Rachel to change the facts of her story. Kristen questions him wanting her to have Rachel lie under oath. EJ suggests putting Rachel’s active imagination to use, warning that it would be better for everyone. Kristen asks if that’s a threat. EJ calls it a strong recommendation. Kristen swears that if he hurts Rachel or her mother, he will live to regret it. EJ says that definitely is a threat. EJ then warns Kristen that if his son goes to prison, that might just have devastating consequences for her and the people she loves.
Belle returns to the interrogation room and finds an envelope with her name on it. She opens it and finds the memory card, causing her to flash back to EJ telling her about the memory card from the camera planted in the DiMera Mansion and that he didn’t know what happened to it.
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